2008 Honda Accord vs. 2001 Lexus LX
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lexus LX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lexus LX would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lexus LX (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2008 Honda Accord. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Accord.
Because 2001 Lexus LX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Lexus LX will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Lexus LX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord. 2001 Lexus LX has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2008 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Lexus LX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Accord | 2001 Lexus LX | |
| Make | Honda | Lexus |
| Model | Accord | LX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 66 L |
